England vs Ireland Test: Day 1 Recap
On Day 1 of the England vs Ireland Test, Ben Stokes & Co. put on a dominating performance, ending the day at 152/1. The pair of Ben Duckett (60) and Ollie Pope (29) had a 43-run partnership at Lord’s and will look to extend it further.
Ireland’s Performance
Stuart Broad picked up a 5-wicket haul as Ireland were bowled out for 172. Paul Stirling, James McCollum, and Curtis Campher all got starts but were unable to convert them.
England’s Performance
The English openers were in fine form as they both stroked fifties with the bat. However, Crawley got out while attempting a rash shot.
Playing XI’s
Ireland’s Playing XI included James McCollum, PJ Moor, Andy Balbirnie (capt), Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, and Graham Hume.
England’s Playing XI consisted of Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (c), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow (w), Stuart Broad, Matthew Potts, Josh Tongue, and Jack Leach.
Conclusion
England had an impressive Day 1 of the Test match against Ireland, ending the day at 152/1. Stuart Broad was the star of the day, picking up a 5-wicket haul. The English openers, Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, both stroked fifties with the bat. The match is still ongoing, and the outcome is yet to be seen.